Head, reactor vessel

{
  "id": "MLC-T-NUC-000221",
  "term": "Head, reactor vessel",
  "field": "Nuclear energy and radiation",
  "definition": "The removable top section of a reactor pressure vessel. It is bolted in place during power operation and removed during refueling to permit access of fuel handling equipment to the core.",
  "references": [
    "NRC Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/nuclear/head-reactor-vessel/"
}